The generally accepted definition of “Architecture” is “the art and science of designing and erecting buildings”. By definition, architectural design is a creative process – it is art after all, but it is distinctly different from sculpture, paintings or music. Architecture embraces aesthetic values within the parameters and constraints of various functional requirements such as building codes and environmental impact as well as many other factors.

The key to design excellence however, is in the creativity, cleverness, and beauty of the final product within the applicable parameters and constraints.